My yearly sewing recap is probably one of my favourite blogs to write as it gives me a chance to really look back over the year (and what a crazy one it was) and see how my sewing skills (and wardrobe) has improved. Spurred on by my yearly sewing goals, I tried my best to … Continue reading Everything I made in 2025 – Sewing Recap
I said brrrrr it's cold in here! So let's make some winter pyjamas. Cosy winter pyjamas are an absolute joy yet I've never made myself a pair. Last year I attempted to make my first pair of proper pyjamas using the Butterick X Lisette B6296 pattern and I knew come winter, I'd have to make … Continue reading Sewing Retro Winter Pyjamas using Lisette B6296
Part Three: The Tinkerbelle Bust, Magical Mops and Tears for the Oysters. As we continue our adventure on this epic Disney Sewing quest, we are 5 projects into 9 possible garments. If you havn't read Part One in which we plan, or Part Two in which we create our first garments, feel free to go … Continue reading Crafting a Magical Disney Cruise Wardrobe: Part Three Sewing
This blog post is one I now really look forward to writing every year as it gives me a great chance to reflect on all the wonderful projects I have made over the course of an entire year. 2024 was an incredible year for projects and sticking to some personal goals, such as those found … Continue reading Everything I made in 2024 – Sewing Recap
There's nothing quite like vintage sleepwear; it's always just that little bit luxurious, extra and ridiculously opulent which makes it something highly sought after for collectors. Vintage sleepwear is also very delicate which can make it difficult to actually use on a regular basis; personally, I use mine for photoshoots and very special occasions because … Continue reading Sewing Patterns for Vintage and Retro Style Sleepwear
It's been a rough year and as much as I had plans to sew some epic Halloween projects, I honestly just want to crawl into bed and snuggle up with a cup of tea and a Ghibli movie. That's when I realised what the greatest sewing project for Halloween would be; pyjamas. Cute, comfortable pyjamas … Continue reading Sewing Vintage Halloween Pyjamas Using Vogue 5725 from 1962
Let's start with a reminder that I'm an Aussie and we spell it 'pyjamas' which is the same in most English speaking countries as opposed to 'pajamas' which is the American way. Great, now that thats cleared up, let's talk about pyjamas. I absolutely love pyjamas. As an adult, I've realised just how exciting getting … Continue reading I Love Lucy Chocolate Factory Pyjama Review